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Sticking to his guns

Posted by Patty on November 20, 2001

Does the phrase "he's sticking to his guns" usually imply that the individual referred to has made a moral commitment, or simply that he is stubborn, has dug in his heals, and is possibly desperate? Thanks. -Patty